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State of Florida · 1 day ago

HEALTH SUPPORT TECHNICIAN - 64004886

Lake Worth, FL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$36K/yr - $36K/yr

The State of Florida is seeking a Health Support Technician for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). This role involves performing health assessments, maintaining confidential information, and supporting clients with nutrition and health services.

Government Administration

No H1B

Responsibilities

This is a Health Support Technician position working for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC)

This position requires independent judgment, initiative, applying general knowledge of business practices and skill in applying instructions to accomplish various job functions Work is performed under the supervision of the Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor

This position may be asked to work in other clinics or community locations as required

Complies with the mandatory requirements in Section 215.422 F.S. and Chapter 3A-24 Florida Administrative Code regarding prompt payment process of special formula

This position is designated as a sensitive position and the position is required to maintain confidential information in accordance with the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) Palm Beach County Health Department (CHD) Information Security policies, protocols and procedures

Confidential information data sets include: Social Security; WIC, Clinical Information, and Administrative

This position may view, update or release confidential information

This position has access to WIC FL WISE System, Health Management System (HMS) Utilizes HMS for entering the Employee Activity Report (EAR’s), lab, Q-FLOW, and FLShots

Performs anthropometric measurements according to FDOH-CHD policies, procedures and protocols and DHM 150-24, operates all anthropometric equipment essential to required duties

Calibrates, cleans and maintains scales and length and height boards

Maintains calibration logs

Screens medical records for current weight and height including but not limited to, weigh and measure clients, using age appropriate equipment and procedures based on standardized practice and Center for Disease Control guidelines

Inputs all required fields on the Lab/Anthro screen in the FL WISE System

Performs hemoglobin/hematocrit tests according to FDOH-CHD Laboratory Procedure Manual and DHM 150-24

Screens medical record and file current hemoglobin information

Obtain medical release from client and follow-up with the health care provider or the FDOH-CHD lab to obtain results of testing

Performs finger sticks to obtain blood sample using universal precautions

Disposes of blood contaminated materials in compliance with OSHA regulations

Cleans and sanitizes blood collection area and equipment

Works with the Health Center lab to obtain hemoglobin test results in a timely manner

Attends lab trainings as required

Reviews results of hemoglobin test and refer clients with results outside normal range to the nutritionist for follow-up according to established procedures

Inputs all required fields in the Lab/Anthro screen in the FL WiSE System according to established procedures and time frames

Maintains supplies and equipment for use in obtaining blood samples

Prepares supply requests for approval

Performs clerical duties, such as telephoning, verification of Immunizations in FL Shots, making referrals for family planning, maternity care and follow-up activities

Responsible for intake required information for Income eligibility determination for WIC participants according to DMS150-24 (WIC Supplemental Procedures Manual)

Interviews clients to obtain and verify demographic and income data

Initiates client router for each client

Initiates the establishment of client record in the FL WiSE System

Promotes breastfeeding as the optimal method of infant feeding

Displays and distributes information related to good health and nutrition practices as directed

Provides services in other health centers, satellite sites or other community locations as needed

Attends staff meetings, training and staff development activities as required

Keeps current on pertinent rules, regulations and procedures

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Medical Assistant CertificateAnthropometric measurementsBlood collectionMicrosoft Windows softwareCustomer serviceInformation evaluationEffective communication